Vassar received institutional funding from Interfaith America (IA) through the Prejudice to Pluralism initiative. The co-PIs on the grant are Rev. Callista Isabelle, Associate Dean of the College for Religious and Spiritual Life and Contemplative Practices; Kimberly Williams Brown, Associate Professor of Education and Director of Engaged Pluralism; and Carlos Alamo, Dean of the College and Professor of Sociology.

These grants support higher education institutions in their efforts to “address antisemitism, Islamophobia, and other forms of prejudice through cultivating a campus climate grounded in respect for diverse identities, mutually inspiring relationships, and meaningful cooperation across deep differences.”

During the upcoming academic year, the three project leaders will participate in IA’s cohort experience with other awarded institutions. Throughout the year, they will develop and implement a campus-based project that builds on Vassar’s Engaged Pluralism, as well as the Religious and Spiritual Life and Contemplative Practices Office’s bridge-building efforts.